
Entry-Level Autism Specialist
- Beltsville, MD
- $35,000-40,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $21,000 (university partnerships with tuition discounts as well)
- Full-time, salaried position, starting salary $35,000-$40,000
- Guaranteed 40 hours per week & semi-monthly paycheck, regardless of client cancellations
- Paid RBT Certification & BLS Certification reimbursement
- Supervision Hours towards BCBA certification
- Comprehensive Onboarding & Training
- Collaborative Team Culture working with BCBAs, SLPs, and OTs
- STARS internal promotion program
- Provide 1-on-1 ABA therapy to children in a center-based setting
- Collect and track data to monitor client progress through Central Reach using an iPad
- Implement BCBA-designed treatment plans that are unique to each child
- Report client progress to the BCBA and assist in updating goals as necessary
- Assist the BCBA with family training on treatment plan implementation
- Collaborate with other clinicians and attend team meetings as scheduled
- Maintain client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
- Maintain open communication with families and clinical team to ensure the most effective treatment and goals
- High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree in psychology, early childhood education, or related field preferred
- Experience working with children required (nanny, teacher, camp counselor, etc); experience with children who have developmental delays or special needs preferred
- RBT Certification (or willingness to complete training within 90 days)
- BLS Certification (or willingness to complete training prior to hire)
- Ability to work 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Monday through Friday
- Reliable transportation and valid driver's license
- Must pass federal and state background checks
- Ability to sit on the floor, kneel, crawl, run, squat or stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift 30 pounds
- Passionate about supporting children with autism and their families
- Skilled in building trust, maintaining confidentiality, and collaborating in a team
- Strong communicator with patience, adaptability, and a calm demeanor in stressful situations
- Strong multitasking, time management, and problem-solving abilities
- Committed to professional growth and development
- Paid Time Off: 18 days of PTO plus 9 paid holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna
- 401(k) with company match
- Company-sponsored DashPass
- Short-Term Disability (100% Employer-Paid)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Term-Life/AD&D Insurance, Critical Illness with Cancer Insurance, Accident Insurance, and Hospital Confinement Insurance
- Professional development opportunities